Couples divorcing in Alabama face many stressful issues. Even if the judge does not order mediation, using the service can help speed up the divorce process. The service can also help resolve contested issues outside of court. Mediate.com recommends choosing mediation...
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Children suffer statewide as billions owe in child support
There are many legitimate instances when a parent may not be able to contribute to raising a child. Unfortunately, a child’s needs do not miraculously reduce when the resources available dwindle. This puts unfair pressure on one parent to meet all the parenting...
What is the difference between parallel parenting and co-parenting?
After a divorce, you have to prioritize your child’s needs. No matter how bitter or emotionally charged your divorce was; you have to set your differences aside for your children. The two of you have to decide which style of parenting works for you and your family....
What are valid reasons to modify child support?
When Alabama courts decide on child custody payments in a divorce case, this payment is not set in stone. The court understands that life is unpredictable and changes without warning. Because of that, there are situations in which you can modify child support payment....
Is this a valid reason to change child custody?
When parents in Alabama split up, they make child custody arrangements. But the decision does not have to last forever. The courts understand that circumstances change with time. It is possible that the arrangement that works for you now may not work in the future....
Do divorced spouses get Social Security work benefits?
The emotional toll wrought by divorce can increase if you are losing someone that provided the primary income into your household. It can cause you to wonder how you will provide for yourself when you retire. However, if your marriage has lasted long enough and you...
In a contested divorce, the judge may order mediation
It is not uncommon for divorce proceedings to grind to a halt when the couple cannot agree on one or more important issues. Rather than proceed directly to a trial, the judge may order the couple to participate in mediation. The steps in a contested divorce If you...
What might lead to a contested divorce?
An uncontested divorce is one in which you and your spouse reach an agreement on all the terms of your divorce settlement. During the settlement process, though, there are many issues that may arise. You will have to make some very important decisions that will affect...